Criminal Defense Across the Bay Area
Strategic, Experienced Representation- Grounded in Real Understanding
If you’re facing criminal charges, your defense should be thoughtful, strategic, and built around the full picture of your situation.
Brian Amaya represents clients across the Bay Area, including Oakland and surrounding communities throughout Alameda and Contra Costa Counties.
Former Alameda County Public Defender
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Criminal Defense in the Bay Area
From misdemeanor charges to serious felony cases, having the right defense strategy matters.
Brian defends clients across the Bay Area, including Oakland, Berkeley, and surrounding communities- bringing experience from inside the system to every case.
Every case is different. The approach should be too.
Felony Defense
High-stakes charges require
focused, strategic defense
DUI Defense
Protecting your license, record,
and future
Violent Crimes
Experienced representation
when the stakes are highest
Misdemeanor Defense
Lower-level charges with real
and lasting consequences
Drug Charges
Challenging evidence and
building strong defenses
Juvenile Defense
Advocating for young people
in the justice system
A More Complete Approach to Defense
Criminal cases are rarely just about the charge.
They can involve stress, mental health challenges, substance use, or difficult life circumstances that deserve to be understood- not ignored.
Brian takes a holistic approach to defense, looking at the full picture and advocating in a way that reflects the reality of each client’s situation.
This perspective can play an important role in how a case is negotiated, presented, and ultimately resolved.
Strategic Defense Starts Early
Criminal cases move quickly- and early decisions can shape everything that follows.
Brian represents clients across the Bay Area, including Oakland and surrounding communities, with a focus on building strong, strategic defenses from the very beginning.
Every case is different. But in every case, the goal is the same: protect your rights, challenge the evidence, and work toward the best possible outcome.